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Grant Watkins

Grant Watkins

Oxford,MS

Summary

Dynamic and detail-oriented Cook with a seasoned background in the hospitality industry, honed at Sal and Mookie's New York Pizza & Ice Cream Joint. Proven ability in quality assurance and team collaboration, successfully enhancing menu offerings and training staff to uphold high standards, ensuring exceptional dining experiences and customer satisfaction.

Excellent experience handling all types of clientele with a happy and assuring way showing that all of their problems will be handled fast and precisely.

I have always been a people person which helped me shape my career in the service industry. I will go out of my way to make sure the business I work for maintains and grows the high standards they expect.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook

Sal and Mookie's New York Pizza & Ice Cream Joint
11.2023 - Current
  • Prepared and assembled menu items to ensure high-quality presentation and flavor consistency.
  • Operated kitchen equipment safely, adhering to food safety standards and hygiene protocols.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes, enhancing kitchen efficiency.
  • Assisted in inventory management by tracking ingredient usage and minimizing waste effectively.
  • Maintained cleanliness of workstations and dining areas, promoting a safe environment for staff and customers.

Cook

Seasons Seafood
04.2021 - 11.2023
  • Collaborated with management team to develop new menu items.
  • Collaborated with kitchen team to design new menu items, driving customer interest and repeat business.
  • Trained new kitchen staff, ensuring they met restaurant's high standards.
  • Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.

Education

Associate of Arts - Business Management

Holmes Community College
Goodman, MS
05-2025

Skills

  • Sanitation
  • Hospitality and service industry background
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Team collaboration
  • Quality assurance and control
  • Calm demeanor
  • Focused and disciplined
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Timeline

Cook

Sal and Mookie's New York Pizza & Ice Cream Joint
11.2023 - Current

Cook

Seasons Seafood
04.2021 - 11.2023

Associate of Arts - Business Management

Holmes Community College